Description
A crispy yet gooey Air Fryer Croque Monsieur Sandwich made with golden toasted bread, melted cheese, savory ham, and a soft egg on top, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 thick slices bread (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 1 cup shredded melting cheese
- 2 ounces cooked ham, diced
- 1 large egg
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Small pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with black pepper and red pepper flakes if using.
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket to prevent sticking.
- Spread the butter mixture evenly over both slices of bread.
- Place the bread in the air fryer basket, butter side up.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the bread, then scatter the diced ham on top.
- Air fry for 5 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Carefully crack the egg on top of the sandwich.
- Return to the air fryer and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, until the egg is set to your preference.
- Remove from the air fryer, let rest for 1 minute, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use sturdy bread to prevent sogginess.
- Adjust egg cooking time depending on how runny you like the yolk.
- Check early if your air fryer runs hot to avoid over browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 215 mg
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